Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fountain City Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fountain City Elementary School's student population of 379 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fountain City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fountain City Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#590 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
13%
Black
9%
21%
White
69%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fountain City Elementary School's ranking?
Fountain City Elementary School is ranked #590 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Fountain City Elementary School often compared to?
Fountain City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brickey Mccloud Elementary School, Beaumont Elementary/magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Fountain City Elementary School?
379 students attend Fountain City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Fountain City Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fountain City Elementary School?
Fountain City Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fountain City Elementary School offer ?
Fountain City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fountain City Elementary School part of?
Fountain City Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is Fountain City Elementary School located?
Fountain City Elementary School is located in the Fountain City neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 3 other public schools located in Fountain City.
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